Description
Indulge in the cozy comfort of The Pioneer Woman Chili Recipe, a hearty dish that brings together rich southwestern flavors and satisfying textures. Perfect for chilly evenings or lively gatherings, this easy homemade chili features tender ground beef, robust beans, and a medley of spices that will warm your soul. With minimal prep time and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delicious classic in no time. Whether you enjoy it solo or topped with cheese and sour cream alongside crunchy tortilla chips, this chili is bound to become your go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground beef (80% lean)
- 15 ounces kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cloves garlic (diced)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup masa harina
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat until no pink remains; drain excess fat.
- Sauté minced garlic for one minute until fragrant.
- Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and spices; stir to combine.
- Simmer on low heat for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If too thick, add water to adjust consistency.
- Mix masa harina with water to create a slurry; integrate it into the chili and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fold in the kidney and pinto beans; warm through for about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with desired toppings such as cheese and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg